Houston Black Friday 2025 Hours: What to Know Before You Shop

Black Friday shopping returns to Houston with extended hours across major malls and retailers. Many shoppers plan their routes early, and this year’s schedules offer a mix of early openings and standard morning starts. Several locations will stay closed on Thanksgiving but will reopen with aggressive deals the next day.

Key Black Friday Opening Hours in Houston

Retailers across the city expect strong turnout as shoppers continue to look for in-person deals. While hours vary by location, many major destinations will open earlier than usual.

• The Galleria: Opens at 6 a.m. Friday. The mall will remain closed on Thanksgiving.
• Walmart: Stores open at 5 a.m. Friday, with online deals launching earlier in the week.
• Target: Opens at 6 a.m. Friday.
• Memorial City Mall: Opens at 7 a.m. Friday.
• Baybrook Mall: Opens at 6 a.m. Friday.
• Outlet malls: Katy Mills and Houston Premium Outlets open at 6 a.m. Friday.

Shoppers should check individual store listings, as anchor tenants and smaller retailers often set their own hours.

Why It Matters for Houston

Black Friday remains one of the biggest retail days of the year, and Houston businesses rely on the surge in foot traffic. Many malls expect higher attendance due to steady population growth and strong demand for electronics, apparel, and home goods.

Workers across retail and hospitality also prepare for one of their busiest days. Traffic near The Galleria, Memorial City, and other popular sites tends to increase significantly, so residents may want to plan extra travel time.

Planning Your Shopping Day

Retailers are encouraging shoppers to arrive early due to anticipated inventory shortages on select items. Electronics, toys, and home appliances remain top sellers. Because of this, many stores will offer digital previews of doorbuster deals.

Shoppers looking for a smoother experience may want to explore off-peak times. Malls usually see the highest crowds between 9 a.m. and noon. Parking apps and digital maps can help visitors avoid congestion, especially around The Galleria and other dense retail zones.

What’s Next

Retail analysts expect Houston’s holiday shopping season to remain strong through December. Many stores plan to continue discount cycles into Cyber Monday and early December, giving shoppers more time to secure deals.

More detailed store-by-store hours will be updated as Black Friday approaches. Shoppers should monitor their favorite retailers for last-minute changes.

This article is a summary of reporting by FOX 26 Houston. Read the full story here.